College sports is changing fast. Starting July 1, schools can pay athletes directly. This is a big deal. It's a shift from the old way, where athletes couldn't get paid. Now, they can earn money from their skills. Before this change, groups called collectives were giving athletes money. They spent a lot. In June, they spent 824% more than last year. That's a huge ju...
College sports are in a state of flux. The recent $2. 8 billion settlement has brought some stability, but it has also raised new questions about how to compensate athletes and manage teams. The landscape is shifting, with major conferences welcoming new programs and others losing long-standing members. The ACC, for example, is set to grow from 14 teams in 2023 to 1...
A recent court ruling has put college football in a spin. This decision means big changes for how money is shared among athletes. Greg Byrne, a key figure in the sport, has shared his thoughts on what this means for the future. The old system wasn't fair to football and basketball players. They generated lots of money, but didn't see much of it. Now, the que...
College sports are on the brink of a significant transformation. The NCAA has cleared the way for schools to pay their athletes directly. This change comes from a legal agreement that was approved in court. It's a big deal because it marks a shift in how college athletes are compensated. The journey to this point has been long. The fight for athlete compens...
The Chanticleers of Coastal Carolina had a big night in Auburn. They extended their winning streak to 22 games. This was a big deal because they were playing against the fourth-ranked team in the nation, Auburn. The game was intense and went into extra innings. It was a tough match, but Coastal Carolina came out on top with a 7-6 victory. The game had its share of d...
The world of college sports is changing fast. Now, athletes can earn money from their name, image, and likeness. This is a big deal. It means athletes can get paid for endorsements, social media posts, and other deals. But with this new money comes new problems. Schools need to figure out how to make sure these deals are fair and legal. This is where the Colleg...
College sports is on the brink of big changes. A major settlement is almost finalized, and it's shaking things up. The focus now is on how to make sure everyone follows the new rules. This is a big deal because the penalties for breaking the rules could be harsh. Schools might face fines, suspensions, or even get kicked out of their conferences. The College Sports C...
College sports is under the spotlight, and the White House is stepping in to help clean up the mess. President Trump is reportedly planning to form a presidential commission focused on college athletics. This group will likely include key figures from the college sports world, as well as influential businesspeople with ties to college football. The hope is that the p...
Spring is in full swing and so are the college sports teams in Wisconsin. The WIAC championship season is already underway, showcasing some intense competitions. The WIAC women's lacrosse championship saw UW-Eau Claire face off against Colorado College. Unfortunately, UW-Eau Claire did not secure the win this time around. It's a tough loss, but every game is a learn...
The Chippewa Valley was buzzing with sports action on Friday, May 2nd. The weather might have been damp, but the spirit of competition was not dampened. The day was packed with exciting events across various sports. The Fall Creek softball team continued their winning streak in the Cloverbelt-West Conference. They faced off against McDonell and emerged victorious. T...